1911’s in general, 9mm versions specifically

[JF_Idaho]

Last range trip I shot a couple boxes of Blazer. Had two ftf primers (tried to fire a couple times ea) and one that blew out the back. It didn't ignite the powder. Thought it was a squib and was pissed. Fortunately it wasn't.

I will say these boxes came out of the stockpile, so could have been covid era.

 

[timbernomad]

Anyone using the Ruger 1911's? I remember seeing good things about them when they came out.

 

[huntsman22]

only in .45..... but it's been great.

 

[TradLife406]

Was there any mention of the Platypus pistol in here? The Glock mags got me interested

 

[Formidilosus]

Was there any mention of the Platypus pistol in here? The Glock mags got me interested

Yes there was- here or in the Staccato thread. If you want Glock mags, the Staccato HD is what you seek.

 

[RussDXT]

Yes there was- here or in the Staccato thread. If you want Glock mags, the Staccato HD is what you seek.

What one of the three would you recommend?

I hear the takedown process is a bit of a pain and have been waiting to see if they make any changes.

 

[Formidilosus]

What one of the three would you recommend?

I hear the takedown process is a bit of a pain and have been waiting to see if they make any changes.

Who takes down heir pistols…? grin

It depends on what you want for the gun.

 

[RussDXT]

Who takes down heir pistols…? grin

It depends on what you want for the gun.

True, I’m not cleaning them other than wiping down and lube. Could be a moot point.

I have a XC, P, CS, And full-size C, thinking about adding a 3.6

It would be for ccw, when I want something with an optic (my cs is iron sights).

 

[Formidilosus]

True, I’m not cleaning them other than wiping down and lube. Could be a moot point.

I have a XC, P, CS, And full-size C, thinking about adding a 3.6

It would be for ccw, when I want something with an optic (my cs is iron sights).

I’d probably get the 3.6 then, as long as you can get a full grip on it.

 

[timbernomad]

I’ve shot quite a bit 9mm, but I haven’t shot a 45 in a long time. How is the recoil on 45’s compared to 9’s? Is the increase with 45 significant enough to be a major impediment to accuracy and general enjoyment? Going with 45 would open up more options on the used market.

 

[timbernomad]

Also, the local gun shop has several used 1911’s. Any recommendations for things to look out for when looking at a used 1911?

 

[Formidilosus]

I’ve shot quite a bit 9mm, but I haven’t shot a 45 in a long time. How is the recoil on 45’s compared to 9’s? Is the increase with 45 significant enough to be a major impediment to accuracy and general enjoyment? Going with 45 would open up more options on the used market.

Endowment, probably not. Performance- definitely.

 

[RockAndSage]

I’ve shot quite a bit 9mm, but I haven’t shot a 45 in a long time. How is the recoil on 45’s compared to 9’s? Is the increase with 45 significant enough to be a major impediment to accuracy and general enjoyment? Going with 45 would open up more options on the used market.

It's not really a binary right/wrong, good/bad type of thing, but more a spectrum of advantages and disadvantages. I love .45 from a nostalgic sense, and recreationally shooting them is great. Lately, I've been enjoying using them in training cycles for recoil-management, going through a few hundred rounds and then getting back to 9mm - it's a good way to ensure fundamentals are solid. And it makes you appreciate the advantages of 9mm again pretty quickly.

But the .45s and .40s do recoil more, they carry less ammo, and probably most important from the long-term perspective of getting as good as you can, .45 ammo is substantially more expensive than 9mm. You'll simply end up being a better shot across the board by focusing on 9mm, and will be better positioned to use a handgun for business purposes if the need arises. The parallels with the .223 discussion are very similar.

 

[RussDXT]

I shot a fair amount of .45 because I enjoy reloading it and it suppresses well.

 

[Hnthrdr]

Has anyone tried the RIA tac 9mm? Seems like it checks some boxes for a fraction of the price

 

[ARK_Ginger]

Endowment, probably not. Performance- definitely.

'Endowment' I'm sure you really meant enjoyment, cause the 45 is more endowed

 

[douglasfir]

How big an upgrade is an undercut on the trigger guard? I saw that several Tisas models have that.

 

[glock24]

Sorry, I didn't read all 24 pages, but I came here to say that in my experience, government-length 9mm 1911s can run a bit sluggish. The commander-length slides in 9mm are much faster, and what I would consider "normal" for a 9mm pistol.

Something to keep in mind either way you go.

Big fan of 9mm 1911s here.

 

[coloradoan]

Wha are people’s thoughts about steel aluminum frames for an all-around 1911 (practice, fun, IWB concealed carry)?

 

[TradLife406]

Anyone know how bad or good this thing is? Flashlight is $350 new...